Description
Independent Scotch Whisky Business, Douglas Laing & Co, marks its distilling debut with their inaugural release of Strathearn Single Malt Scotch Whisky. This release represents a spirit of the utmost quality, refinement, and character. Crafted to perfection and bottled from 32 specially selected casks; a seamless combination of ex- Bourbon, Virgin and ex-Sherry oak, some of which were inherited when Douglas Laing acquired the Strathearn Distillery and a portion of spirit distilled under Douglas Laing ownership. Strathearn Lead Distiller, Angela Brown, has ensured that the spirit embodies the Douglas Laing style for Strathearn now and for future releases to come, with the Single Malt taking on an immensely rich and refined flavour.
Tasting Notes
| Nose |
| Distillery: Anticipate a rich malted barley depth with gentle oak |
| Taste |
| Distillery: Mouth-coating and syrupy influences of honey and buttercream with baking spice and dried apricots |
| Finish |
| Distillery: Long, warming finish of home baking and buttery oat biscuits |
Initially matured in a mixture of ex-Bourbon and ex-Sherry casks. 50% of the 'blend' is then finished in first-fill Sherry casks, the rest in first-fill Bourbon. Craigellachie 17 is smooth and mellow, the aroma opens with vanilla and rich, silky notes of exotic fruits, canned pineapples and a hint of smoky liquorice.